Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Coordinate with the Program Manager and Operations Team to ensure a safe work environment; ensure standard signage is present at all Eco-Hubs, and ensure all equipment, infrastructure, and supplies are secured and maintained. 

• Work respectfully and collaboratively with NYCHA development staff when needed, building strong relationships with Property Management and Caretaker staff as it relates to site safety, security, and the integrity of the Eco-Hub.

• Collaborate with the Operations Team to coordinate EcoHub logistics that include and are not limited to site deliveries, development, and implementation of Eco-Hub plans, Eco-Hub production, and maintenance needs, composting, etc. 

• Collaborate and coordinate with the Compost Power team on maintaining the high standards of on-site composting and food scraps collection and processing. 

• Per guidance from the Operations team, implement the planting, maintenance, and harvesting of the Eco-Hub including, but not limited to soil cultivation, bed prep mulching, watering, weeding, pruning, seed sowing, planting, composting, harvest collection and distribution to NYCHA residents.

Community and Volunteer Engagement

• Serve as a liaison between GCF and community partners and individuals. Model good relations and appropriate interactions with all members of the community: Corps Members, alumni, and other community members.

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Service and Community Partnerships to maintain community partnerships and cultivate new relationships that strengthen the service program from recruitment and exposure to GCF to community service and service learning opportunities. Serve as GCF representative at community-based meetings.

• Lead Corps Member in the engagement and education of  NYCHA residents and community stakeholders on various sustainability initiatives and programming, including conducting outreach to attract community members to programs and service projects and increasing participation of residents.

• Work with the Program Manager and Operations Team to support the coordination of volunteers at the Eco-Hub (including corporate volunteers) and ensure Eco-Hubs have the necessary materials for all volunteers.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Provide clear, timely, and accurate documentation of Corps Member progress, disciplinary issues, and team outcomes, as requested by the Program Manager.

• Report any psychosocial barriers to the Support Services Team to ensure holistic outcomes. 

• Coordinate data collection related to Eco-Hub activities and Corps member training and ensure all data is logged and reported timely and accurately.

• Provide weekly, or as needed, photo updates and brief narrative reports on the progress of Eco-Hub production, resident engagement, and other sustainability initiatives.

 QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum requirements: 

• At least 1 year of direct youth development experience, with a strong preference for experience working with young adults ages 18 – 24 in low-income communities.

• Commitment to youth development, social and economic justice, and sustainable development; passion for Green City Force’s mission.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, work ethic, accountability, and responsibility.

• Highly organized self-starter; ability to structure tasks, establish priorities, and set goals.

• Ability to solve problems, mediate conflicts and exercise sound judgment.

• Excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal and motivational skills, excellent collaborative and teamwork skills, comfortable with public speaking.

• Enthusiasm for, and personal commitment to, healthy sustainable living choices and maintaining a positive work environment that respects equity, diversity and inclusion.

• Alumnus of Green City Force Service Corps strongly preferred, but not required.

• Familiarity and comfort using computer programs such as Google Drive suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms).

• Driver's license or permit a plus.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Founded in 2009, Green City Force’s (GCF) mission is to break the cycle of poverty, preparing urban young adults to succeed in their chosen careers by engaging them in service, training, and work experiences related to the clean energy economy. GCF simultaneously addresses three imperatives –unemployment and the lack of prospects for family-supporting careers among low-income youth; changes to the urban environment that must be made to mitigate climate change; and stimulation of the green economy through awareness-raising and individual behavior change.

GCF has garnered awards including the NYC Mayor (Most Innovative Nonprofit), the NYC City Council, the White House (Champions of Change), Environmental Advocates of NY, The Corps Network’s Project of the Year 2016, NY Housing Conference Community Builders First prize 2016. This is an opportunity to join an organization with a proven track record, strong growth potential, and a positive organizational culture for personal growth and collective impact as part of a dynamic team.

Green City Force is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds to apply. Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law. GCF is an Employer of Service.

Benefits:  Generous leave, and comprehensive medical & dental benefits, 403(b) retirement saving plan.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume and a cover letter through TriNet. Cover letters must address how your previous experience prepared you to implement youth development practices from an equitable lens. No phone calls, please.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.